Images: Icons of Des Plaines
Posted December 20, 2015 12:00 am
We spent some time exploring Des Plaines, photographing things around town that caught our eye, each one a reflection of what makes Illinois' City of Destiny unique.
Look for a new "Icons of ..." town gallery every Sunday at dailyherald.com/galleries and on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. On our social media sites, share your favorite Des Plaines photos with us by using #shareyoursuburb.
And tell us what photos are your favorites. Which ones stir a memory for you? Where do you love to go in town?
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerThe clock tower, part of the first Des Plaines Public Library, remains at its original Graceland Street location, now home to condominiums.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerThe new Des Plaines Public Library, an 82,000 square foot facility, opened at 1501 Ellinwood Street on Aug. 14, 2000.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerSteps from the library is the Des Plaines Metra station.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerA former vaudeville and movie house, the Des Plaines Theater opened at 1476 Miner Street 1925 with seating for more than 1,000 people. Damaged by fire in 1982, the theater went through several owners and incarnations before closing in 2014.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerSteps from the Des Plaines Theater is the Choo Choo. Established by James and Marilyn Ballowe in 1951 its signature attraction is the miniature locomotive that deliver burgers to the customers.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerAnother mainstay is the Beacon Tap, at 1374 Lee St.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerThe McDonald's Museum at 400 Lee Street, stands on the site of the first McDonald's walk-up restaurant which founder Ray Kroc opened on April 15, 1955.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerA replica of Ray Kroc's first McDonald's restaurant stands at 400 Lee Street.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerDes Plaines Park District's Mountain View Adventure Center, at 510 E. Algonquin Road, includes the Mountain View Mine, and 18-hole mini golf facility.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerAn old mining town inspired the theme for the Des Plaines Park District's mini-golf course.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerThe Des Plaines Golf Center on River Road caters to enthusiasts 364 days a year.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerAround the corner from the Golf Center is Oakton Community College, which dedicated its newest facility, the Margaret Burke Lee Science and Health Careers Center, named for the college's third president, in March 2015.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerRebuilding lives, rekindling spirits, rebuilding hope has long been the mission of Maryville, a onetime orphanage that now schools, shelters and supports abused and troubled children.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerA statue of Mary and Jesus stands on the campus of Maryville Academy in Des Plaines.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerAmong the city's newest residents is the Rivers Casino, reported to be the state's most visited gambling spot.
Barbara Vitello/Staff photographerEach year, the owners of this Millers Road home create a spectacular seasonal display which has delighted neighbors for decades.
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